...PROLONGED WINTER STORM SYSTEM BEGINS TONIGHT AND CONTINUES THROUGH MONDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 PM CDT SUNDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...
Expires: March 16, 2026 @ 7:00pm
WHAT
For the Winter Weather Advisory, mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations up to 3 inches and ice accumulations around one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow is possible with light icing. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 9 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph.
WHERE
Portions of east central, south central, and southeast Wisconsin.
WHEN
For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 4 PM CDT Sunday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Sunday afternoon through Monday evening.
IMPACTS
Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Temperatures will remain conducive to mixed precipitation and freezing rain later into the day, and the advisory has been extended for this area.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.